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16/03/2021 17:20

Holland America Line Pauses All Alaska Cruises Sailing Roundtrip from Seattle
Scheduled to Depart in June 2021

Six total voyages on Eurodam and Oosterdam are impacted; guests can rebook a
comparable voyage in 2022

Seattle, Wash., March 16, 2021 — Holland America Line has announced it is
extending its pause of cruise operations to now include all June 2021
roundtrip sailings to Alaska from Seattle, Washington. This includes six
cruises on Eurodam and Oosterdam with a call at Victoria, British Columbia,
Canada.

At this time, Alaska cruises sailing roundtrip from Seattle departing in July
and onward have not been canceled. Following the earlier Canadian Transport
Ministry Interim Order that closed Canadian ports to passenger vessels,
discussions continue with Canadian and United States government authorities to
try to preserve remaining Seattle Alaska sailings. Holland America Line
previously announced the cancellation of all 2021 Alaska cruises to or from
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

“We continue to stay actively engaged in dialogue with authorities in Canada
and the United States to understand what cruise opportunities may still exist
in Alaska, knowing how important this market is not only to our brand, but to
the communities and individuals who depend on our business,” said Gus
Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. “We share with our guests the
disappointment of canceling these voyages, and we remain hopeful that we can
operate some of the Alaska cruise season.”

All Guests Will be Moved to a Comparable Alaska Cruise in 2022

Guests currently booked on the canceled roundtrip Seattle-Alaska June
departures will automatically be moved to an equivalent cruise in 2022 at the
2021 fare – with all cash and Future Cruise Credit funds moved to the new
booking.

Once a new booking confirmation is received, if guests decide not to accept
the 2022 cruise booking, they will have the option to decline the booking and
receive an FCC of 110% of any cash paid. Guests will also be able to request a
full refund of all monies paid to Holland America Line.

The minimum FCC is $25 and will be valid for sailings departing through Dec.
31, 2022, and will be moved to the guest loyalty account. Non–cruise fare
purchases (shore excursions, airfare, gifts, dining and spa) will be
transferred to a new booking or automatically refunded via the method of
payment used to purchase the goods or services.

Other booking and cancellation conditions and policies may apply if the
cruise was not booked through Holland America Line. 

For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor,
call 1-877-SAIL-HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com
(http://www.hollandamerica.com/).

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About Holland America Line

Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first
cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon more than 70 years
ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits more than 470 ports in 98 countries
around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third
Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will join the fleet
in July 2021.

The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line’s ships feature
innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on
destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea
fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive
selections from Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council, comprising
world-famous chefs.

In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently enhancing health and
safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Our actual offerings
may vary from what is displayed or described in marketing materials. Review
our current Cruise Updates
(https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/news/impacted-cruises.html), Health &
Safety Protocols
(https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/news/coronavirus-travel-advisory/traveling-and-staying-healthy.html) and CDC
Travel Advisories
(https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/news/coronavirus-travel-advisory.html).

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